Delta Air Lines recently revealed that the CrowdStrike outage and subsequent mass flight cancellations in the previous month had a staggering financial impact amounting to $550 million. This includes a $380 million revenue hit primarily due to refunding customers for cancelled flights and providing compensation in cash and SkyMiles. Additionally, there was a $170 million
In a surprising turn of events, Eli Lilly reported exceptional second-quarter earnings and revenue that exceeded all expectations. This impressive feat was largely attributed to the remarkable sales of their blockbuster diabetes drug, Mounjaro, and the weight loss injection, Zepbound. The company’s stock price surged by over 7% following the announcement of these remarkable results.
Dolce and Gabbana’s newly released luxury perfume for dogs has caused quite a stir, with animal welfare organizations raising concerns over its hefty price tag of over $100. The fragrance, inspired by the brand-owner’s own pet dog, Fefé, boasts a blend of Ylang Ylang, Musk, and Sandalwood notes housed in an elegant green lacquered bottle
The Federal Reserve Bank of New York recently reported that Americans collectively owe a staggering $1.14 trillion in credit card debt. This represents a significant increase from previous years, with the average balance per consumer now standing at $6,329, which is up 4.8% compared to the previous year. Additionally, credit card delinquency rates have also
Siemens, the German industrial technology giant, recently announced its quarterly operating profit which exceeded expectations. The company reported an industrial profit of 3 billion euros, marking an 11% increase from the previous year. Despite this positive outcome, there was a 15% decline in comparable orders, which totaled 19.8 billion. Siemens CEO Roland Busch described the
Over the years, European policymakers have expressed a desire for larger banks across the continent. Italy, in particular, has been a focal point for potential mergers and acquisitions in the banking sector. Following a sovereign debt crisis and a government rescue of Banca Monte dei Paschi (BMPS), there is a renewed interest in the Italian
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon recently expressed his belief that the chances of a “soft landing” for the U.S. economy are relatively low, ranging from 35% to 40%. According to Dimon, the most likely scenario in his view is a recession. Despite being asked if his stance had changed since February on the optimism of
As we analyze the current state of the stock market, we can see that there are clear trends emerging. For example, SL Green has seen a significant increase of 12% in just one month, and an impressive 20% gain over the past three months. On the other hand, Vornado has also shown positive growth with
In a surprising twist, Disney’s media business is no longer dragging the company down. For years, investors have been concerned about the impact of streaming losses, a declining traditional pay TV business, and lackluster box office performances on Disney’s overall financial health. This has resulted in Disney’s stock falling by 24% in the past two
The issue of exempting Social Security from income taxes has gained bipartisan support, with notable figures like Former President Donald Trump and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz advocating for such a policy. Trump, in a recent interview, emphasized the need to provide relief to seniors on Social Security by eliminating taxes on their benefits. This proposal